Which statement is NOT true of the vertebral column?
A) The backbone is flexible because many joints are present.
B) The ribs articulate with the thoracic vertebrae.
C) Cartilage discs separate adjacent vertebrae.
D) The atlas and axis form a hinge joint to permit nodding of the head.
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Q81: The five vertebrae in the lower back
Q82: Which statement is NOT true of the
Q83: The three pairs of ribs that articulate
Q88: The manubrium of the _ articulates with
Q89: Which of these is NOT a function
Q89: The seven vertebrae in the neck are
Q90: Between adjacent thoracic vertebrae are _ joints.
A)hinge
B)symphysis
C)pivot
D)gliding
Q92: The number of pairs of each type
Q97: The thoracic vertebrae articulate with:
A)the true ribs
Q100: The rib cage is directly involved in
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